Level 4

해결하다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '해결하다' means 'to solve' or 'to fix' a problem or issue. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts when referring to finding solutions to difficulties, conflicts, or technical problems.

Common Collocations

  • 문제를 해결하다: to solve a problem
  • 갈등을 해결하다: to resolve a conflict
  • 고장을 해결하다: to fix a malfunction

These collocations are frequently used in everyday conversation, business, and academic settings.

Register and Politeness

'해결하다' is a neutral verb and can be used in various speech levels by adjusting the ending (e.g., 해결합니다, 해결해요, 해결해). It is appropriate in formal writing and polite speech.

Tips for Learners

Learners sometimes confuse '해결하다' with '고치다' (to repair/fix), but '해결하다' emphasizes solving problems or issues, including abstract ones like conflicts or questions, whereas '고치다' is more about repairing physical objects.

Use '해결하다' when you want to express that a problem or situation has been resolved or addressed effectively.

Example Sentences

이 문제를 빨리 해결해야 합니다.

I munjeleul ppalli haegyeolhaeya hamnida.

We need to solve this problem quickly.

컴퓨터 고장을 해결하는 방법을 배웠어요.

Keompyuteo gojang-eul haegyeolhaneun bangbeobeul baeweosseoyo.

I learned how to fix computer malfunctions.

갈등을 해결하기 위해 대화를 시작했어요.

Galdeung-eul haegyeolhagi wihae daehwareul sijakhaesseoyo.

We started a conversation to resolve the conflict.